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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Amazon.co.jp have updated their listing for the Transformers Generations 2011 book with an image of the book's cover. The cover features a trifecta of Autobots from this summer's Dark of the Moon - Movie main line Sentinel Prime and Leader Class Bumblebee are present, as is the Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime. Seeing him alongside the mainline toys allows us to really see how amazingly detailed and accurate he is compared to the already outstanding movie line toys.

Original Source: Transformers Generations 2011 Book Cover @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Botcon 2011 is just around the corner with its Animated Stunticon goodness - but for those wanting something new from the Animated universe, this one is for you. Hyber Hobby's Exclusive mail away Black Rodimus has started to arrive! Japan based 2005 Boards members Ricochet and Masabon has theirs in hand. The toy looks every bit as sharp and dynamic as earlier images promised it would, and to top it off, it comes in a very cool black and white box packaging with some excellent artwork. Read on to check out the in hand images.

Original Source: Animated Black Rodimus Hyper Hobby Japan Exclusive Released @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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BTS Toys have updated their homepage with new images of their custom Soundwave Minicassette player, Sonicron. The new images showcase the two different heads that the final product will have - a Generation 1 Soundwave inspired head, and a updated one which has a more modern feel to it. The new images also show off that this Soundwave custom figure will have a fold out sonic emitter type device built into one of his legs.

Check out the new images by clicking on the link above. Like what you see? It is available for preorder on Big Bad Toy Store with an expected release of June 2011, priced $59.99.

Original Source: BTS Toys Custom Soundwave Sonicron New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

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Today, for our Featured Ebay Auctions, we have some Transformers Lots for you to peruse. These are great for people looking to start a collection, or if you're looking to piece them out and sell them individually to make some extra dough.

• Botcon 2008 Sealed Shattered Glass Ricochet, Sideswipe, Blurr, Rampage, Rodimus, Megatron, and Divebomb
• Transformers G2 Sealed and Loose Lot
• Transformers Animated 34 Sealed Figures
• Transformers G1 Commemorative Series Sealed Lot Of 16
• Transformers Generations/Reveal The Shield Lot Of 14 Sealed
• Transformers Encore Sealed Lot Of 6

You can check out the photos of each by clicking the headline of the story.

Original Source: Featured Ebay Auctions - Various Lots @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Leader Ironhide Video Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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News has reached us of an upcoming Dark of the Moon Prize Campaign / Lucky Draw Campaign. Details are sketchy right now on just how one goes about getting their hands on these guys. There's two pages on Takara-Tomy's webspace suggesting two different campaigns - the first is located here and seems to have a campaign date of May 2011 to July 2011. There are four main prizes listed plus one extra - we'll get to him in a minute. The "A" prize is a fully gold chromed Deluxe Bumblebee from the Dark of the Moon line. B is both the previous movies on DVD, C is a gold chrome version of the Japan-only Dark of the Moon Optimus Prime gun / sword weapon. The D prize is a Transformers themed calendar. The last item on the page is a unlettered item suggesting it's either somehow unconnected from the campaign or is a mail in with enough non-winning tickets - that's an all gold chrome version of Japan's Dark of the Moon Voyager Optimus Prime with his trailer.

There is also a MechTech Weapon campaign, which is giving away various chromed MechTech weapons. Again, no word on how you get these but the smart money is on spending a certain amount of money on Dark of the Moon (Darkside Moon in Japan).

We'll update you with more information on these items when it becomes available.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Japan Prize Toy Campaign @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Comics Continuum has posted a preview clip for Transformers: Prime Episode #13 “Sick Mind”

"Optimus Prime becomes infected with a Decepticon plague and Arcee and Bumblebee must sneak aboard the Nemesis to find the formula for the cure."


The episode will premiere Saturday, April 30 at 7PM (ET).

Original Source: Transformers: Prime Episode #13 Sick Mind Preview Clip @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We are only 3 weeks away from Transformers: Dark of the Moon Merchandise Release Date.

Back in October, 2010 we received our first confirmation of exactly when we will see Transformers 3 Toys hitting shelves near you.

And then, thanks to TFW2005 Member big hank who found an advertisement pinpointing the exact date of the release. By this time we have already learned the Size Classes of DOTM Figures.

When the first Dark of the Moon toy was leaked back in December, Transformers: Hunt For The Decepticons campaign is ending and "Transformers: Cyber Missions" is over. Reveal The Shield is just beginning and Power Core Combiners are everywhere (sort of).

More leaked toy images surfaced everywhere. People were commenting, blaming, fighting, supporting and everything.

And then came the official reveal by Hasbro and everyone was free to share.

And now, Hasbro is preparing their Official Transformers Toy Shop for the upcoming big day - May 16th, 2011. Hasbro Toy Shop is updated with a banner featuring links to “Human Alliance Figures”, “MechTech Figures”, “Robot Masks” and “Robo Fighters”. The links are not working at the moment, but that’s because they are currently in the updating process.

How do you feel about this upcoming day? Do let us know, share your views, discuss and have fun at our Transformers Toy Discussions!

Original Source: Hasbro Getting Ready For The Big Day - Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Toys Are Coming @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Our friends and sponsors TFSource have shared a new image of the custom World's Smallest Transformers Astrotrain. This image shows a CGI render of what the final version of the toy will be like - as the render shows, it is very faithful to the original toy like all of JustiToys custom smallest Transformers, although some improvements to the design have been made particularly in the arms.

Don't forget TFSource will be carrying an exclusive black & white version of the JustiToys Military Transport, based on Astrotrain's original look when he was released in Japan in 1985.

Original Source: JustiToys Astrotrain Military Transport Custom Worlds Smallest Transformer CGI Renders @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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As speculated from the earliest promotional images to emerge, Takara-Tomy's awesome Jetwings Optimus Prime - only planned for a release in Japan - will use the Revenge of the Fallen Leader Optimus Prime as its base figure. But here is what you might not have heard - information is reaching many retailers from their wholesalers that Jetwings Optimus Prime will be using a variation on the Buster Optimus Prime tooling, rather than the regular Leader Optimus Prime. Buster Optimus Prime was notable for taking the already near Masterpiece quality of the Leader class toy and adding a much higher end paint job, chromed finish on some of the parts and redesigning the gas tanks to transform into Optimus Prime's gun from the films. Now factor in the fact that Jetwings Optimus Prime adds to that twin gatling cannons and a flight pack, and you've got an awesome new combination.

There's no official pictures yet, though, so the specifics of the deco have not been confirmed. This may, however, be the supreme incarnation of the Movie series Optimus Prime toy!

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Jetwings Optimus Prime will be Buster Optimus Prime Retooled @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Cybergundam Blog has shared some scans from the May edition of Dengeki Hobby Magazine. These scans focus totally around the upcoming Dual Model Kit Bumblebee and Optimus Prime, showing off their incredible levels of detail and their optional parts. There is also a column on the chromed weapons which we reported on yesterday.

Click on the link above to check out the scans, then hit the discuss link to join in the discussion.

Original Source: Dengeki Hobby May Edition Scans @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Taobao; Chinese Auction Website and Yahoo Auctions, Japan has posted few images of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Cannon Bumblebee (Clear Repaint) and an image of Transformers 3 Deluxe Class Optimus Prime with a MechTech Weapon (in Vehicle Mode).

Take a look at the mirrored images on our news post.

Original Source: New Images Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Cannon Bumblebee And Deluxe Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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To call these images “Awesome” is an understatement!

TFW2005 Member capcomkai is bringing us 3 Hi-Resolution Never-Before-Seen images of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Sentinel Prime plus the image we’ve seen before.

Whoever that is on the receiving end of those Spiked Knuckles… Ouch!

Lights-Out!!!

Original Source: Never-Before-Seen Images Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Sentinel Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Back in February, TFW2005 Members got an exclusive look at Transformers: Rescue Bots. Soon afterwards, we learned of an upcoming TV Series based on the upcoming Toyline.

Today, we just received information straight from United States Patent and Trademark Office regarding few new Trademark Applications from Hasbro.

New Trademarks cover an Animated TV Series and a DVD Release (Trademark for the Toys was previously applied).

Stay Tuned With TFW2005 As We Bring You The Latest Transformers: Rescue Bots News And Exclusive News… First & Fast!

Read more for the Trademark info.

Original Source: Hasbro Applies For Transformers: Rescue Bots Animated TV Series Trademark @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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It's a rubber-glove week with Vangelus, Aaron, and Omegus on this week of Transformers podcastitude.

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 144

If you use iTunes and regularly subscribe to podcasts, you can add us to your player and have the software download each episode automatically each time we update. To do that, and give us a reviews on iTunes, click here: Transformers Podcast on iTunes.

Original Source: WTF@TFW Podcast episode 144 Now online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Auto Assembly, the UK's largest Transformers convention and BigPete appreciation weekend have released a new update about the 2011 and 2012 conventions.

Starting with 2011, there's two more guests confirmed - Transformers comic legends Andrew Wildman and Nick Roche, a pair who need no introductions. Their return is sure to prove popular as always especially with Nick Roche's issues of the IDW Transformers ongoing hitting stores in the weeks leading up to Auto Assembly - so plenty of good stuff to take along to get signed! They will be joining the confirmed guests including Simon Furman, David Kaye and Gregg Berger!

For 2012 there is some more news. In addition to the news we previously reported regarding the confirmation of the location, Auto Assembly 2012 has already secured five guests - keeping tight-lipped for the time being on who they are - but also of interest is the announcement of an Auto Assembly 2012 exclusive lithograph! The litho will be available to all staying in the official 2012 hotel - the Hilton - in a similar style to the OTFCC Sunstreaker exclusive from years back. No details on what it is yet of course - it's still over a year away - but it promises to be a great momento of a crazy fun weekend.

Check out the full news update video below:

Original Source: Auto Assembly announces Nick Roche, Andrew Wildman, and 2012 news! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Masabon has once again shared with us some scans from the latest issue of Figure King. Figure King 159 has six pages of Transformers goodness, all Dark of the Moon / movie series related. The first wave of toys for Japan are showcased, so we get some nice new images of Optimus Prime with Trailer, Leader Bumblebee, Deluxe Bumblebee, Sentinel Prime, Autobot Ratchet, Ironhide, Autobot Skids, Sideswipe, Autobot Topspin, Roadbuster, Air Raid, Arcee (those two are non-movie characters), Megatron, Starscream, Barricade and Crankcase. There's also a page on the Dual Model Kits, Stealth Force and Robo Fighters toys.

These scans showcase the various gimmicks of the MechTech weapons, and there is also a nice look at the way the MechTech weapons interact. Of note is an official image of Leader Bumblebee transformed into a representation of his Stealth Force design, plus a demonstration of how Optimus Prime's trailer can hold the Autobot cars, or serve as an armory for the MechTech weapons.

Last but not least there is a brief callout talking about Million Publishing's exclusive United Stepper, but no new information is offered beyond what we already knew.

Original Source: Figure King 159 Transformers Scans @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have begun to receive reports from members of our 2005 Boards that the Fansproject Blesser figure has begun to arrive. Blesser is a limited run recolor of the Fansproject Sidearm figure given away to those who donated to the International Red Cross to aid Japan. Not only is Blesser a very cool little figure, but he represents the best of our community, who have come together to help Japan in their hour of need.

Original Source: Fansproject Blesser Arriving @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards Content and Photo Staff member SydneyY has provided us with some more information on the Dark of the Moon Prize Campaign from Takara-Tomy that will be running in Japan over the summer to celebrate the launch of the new movie:

The chromed weapons are likely to be handed out at various retailers at first come, first served base to the customers who spend certain amount of money on DOTM toys. More details to be announced later. Campaign is to start on 14 May.

Chromed Bumblebee is a lucky draw, but you enter online. The duration of this campaign is 14 May to 31 July and you need to enter 2 serial numbers (numbers that are printed on Mech tech character cards packed with the toys, for example) to enter the draw.
The prize is as listed;
A) Golden "Tritanium Bumblebee" - 10
B) DVD/Blu-Ray double pack (you can't choose the format) - 10
C) Golden Mech-tech weapon "Tritanium Energy Blade" - 100
D) Downloadable PC desktop wallpaper, different one monthly - to all

There will be two more of the same type campaigns from August onward, and when you enter all 3 campaigns, you are in the draw for the golden "Tritanium Optimus Prime" - 100 to be won.

I don't think you can enter the draws unless you have a Japanese address though.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Lucky Draw Campaign More Information @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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iGear by way of TFSource have revealed they are in fact making a fourth unofficial custom Masterpiece Transformer based on the Starscream design. This one - for better or for worse - will be a direct copy of Starscream, and will be a Masterpiece version of Decepticon Sunstorm. The iGear Storm will run to around $100 and is set for a release in August / September 2011 at this time.

Original Source: iGear Sunstorm Unofficial Custom Masterpiece @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We have received an update from our friends at TFSource. In this week's Sourcenews, new preorders have gone up for the iGear unofficial custom Seekers (Attack, Elegy, Jet, and Storm - more on Storm later). Preorders are also up for the G1-TFC-85v1 - Reproduction Tech Spec Set and the much anticipated Million Publishing Exclusive - Stepper. You can also order a copy of Transformers Generations 2011 through TFSource. This week in the New Recruits section there is a focus on past Botcon exclusives, such as the Shattered Glass and Generation 1 Elite Guard series. Don't forget about the TFsource Spring Cleaning Sale. Many items have up to 75% off their usual prices!

Also in this week's Sourcenews:

1. iGear Seeker Jets up for Preorder!
2. New Recruits – Botcon Exclusives!
3. New pics of Hyper Hobby Exclusive - Black Rodimus!
4. Now up for Preorder: Million Publishing's Limited Edition Transformers Generations Stepper!
5. Spring Cleaning SALE continues!
6. TFsource Featured Item: WST Military Operations Commander!
7. TFsource Now up for Preorder: TFC-85 V1 reproduction Tech Spec Set!
8. Fansproject Causality - Flameblast and Warcry now instock!
9. Now up for Preorder: Takara Tomy Dark of the Moon Transformers Chronicles Two Packs!
10. MP-05 Masterpiece Megatron Restock & MP-1L Masterpiece Optimus Prime Final Edition Both Instock!
11. Transformers United Update!
12. Newest Instock items at TFsource
13. Newest Preorder items at TFsource

Click here to visit TFSource and start shopping, and click here to check out the sale inventory.

Original Source: TFSource Sourcenews Update for 25 April 2011 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Super_Megatron @ TFW2005.com

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Cybertron.ca reports that Transformers Dark of the Moon movie toys are being spotted early at retail locations in Canada. It would appear that Sears is jumping the gun and putting figures out earlier than the intended shelf date of May 16th. These sightings are happening in Ottawa where the first wave of legends class were found, and Quebec where the first wave of DOTM deluxe figures, voyager class and cyberverse were on shelves. For more details check out the report on Cybertron.ca.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Toys found early in Canadian stores @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Like Transformers War for Cybertron before it, Transformers Dark of the Moon The Game is offering preorder incentives in the form of additional multiplayer character skins through different stores. First up, Gamestop. Preordering Dark of the Moon The Game for Playstation 3 or XBox 360 through Gamestop nets you a Sideswipe character for multiplayer mode.

Time will tell if any other stores offer other characters as preorder bonuses - or if, like the War for Cybertron characters, these characters are all eventually offered as paid downloadable content.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Video Game Gamestop Preorder Exclusive Sideswipe @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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A busier than usual week of Transformers news heralded the Easter break and all of us here at TFW2005 hope you had a pleasant holiday, whether you were celebrating Easter, or are celebrating Passover, or just enjoying life and a long holiday weekend. For those of you who have been out for the last few days, here is a quick rundown of all the Transformers news that you might have missed:

Transformers Dark of the Moon Movie Information:
Dark of the Moon Sentinel Prime New Official Renders
Dark of the Moon Shockwave Billboard
Dark of the Moon New Promo Stills
Don Jeanes Talks About Dark of the Moon


Transformers Dark of the Moon Toy Information:
Dark of the Moon Japan Lucky Draw Campaign - and how to get those lovely Lucky Draw toys!
Dark Of The Moon Official Takara-Tomy Japanese Figures Images
Dark of the Moon Dual Model Kits New Images
New Images Of Dark Of The Moon Cannon Bumblebee And Deluxe Optimus Prime
Dark of the Moon Jetwings Optimus Prime will be Buster Optimus Prime Retooled
Dark of the Moon Leader Ironhide Video Review - and Pictorial Review too!
Dark of the Moon Shockwave Bio
Dark Of The Moon Deluxe Topspin, Roadbuster, Starscream and Jolt Bios
Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime New Images and Information
Dark of the Moon Kewpie Bumblebee


Transformers Prime News:
Transformers Prime Episode 13 Sick Mind Preview
Steve Blum Talks Transformers Prime


Transformers Comics Updates:
TFW2005 Reviews Heart of Darkness Issue 2


Japanese Magazine Scans:
Figure King 159 Transformers Scans
Dengeki Hobby May Edition Scans


Generations and Other Transformers News:
Generations Warpath Released at US Retail
United Stepper Million Publishing Exclusive
Transformers Generations 2011 Book Cover
New Masterpiece Coming in September - MP-10 - a new Optimus Prime with Trailer and Roller
Animated Black Rodimus Hyper Hobby Japan Exclusive Released
Transformers The Japanese Collection DVD Set by Shout! Factory


Convention News:
Botcon 2011 Cheetor and Rattrap Comic Panel
Auto Assembly announces Nick Roche, Andrew Wildman, and 2012 news!


Third Party Custom Transformers News:
Fansproject Blesser Arriving
JustiToys Astrotrain Military Transport Custom Worlds Smallest Transformer CGI Renders
BTS Toys Custom Soundwave Sonicron New Images
3rd Party Mega-Gun Test Shot Images


WTF @ TFW Transformers Podcast Episode 143
WTF @ TFW Transformers Podcast Episode 144

Diamond Comics Shipping list for April 27

Toyark, Thundercats and Hisstank News Round-Up 4-25-11
Toyark, Thundercats and Hisstank News Round-Up 4-19-11

Original Source: Transformers News Roundup 04/18/11 - 04/24/11 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

[TFW2005]

Originally posted by: Joe Moore @ TFW2005.com

[quote]Check out this week's round-up of news from Toyark, Thundercats.ws and Hisstank.

Toyark

• 35th Anniversary Nightcrawler and Storm Photos
• Captain America Movie Minimates For Specialty Stores
• Nightmare On Elm Street 3 Freddy Krueger New Photo
• Terminator Premium Format Figure Photo Gallery
• Predator Stalker Mask and Tracker Maquette
• Detail Breakdown of Green Lantern Movie Toys
• NECA Police Station Assault Terminator Preview
• Hot Toys Previews Iron Man 2 Mark 2
• Revoltech Mike and Sully From Monsters Inc
• Iron Man 2 Mark 2 Armor Unleashed Version Gallery
• Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker Play Arts Kai Volume 4
• NECA Reveals Classic Predator Blister Card Packaging
• Masters Of The Universe Classics The Faceless One Packaging
• Dark Threat Hydra Soldier
• Marvel Universe 2011 Cyclops Preview
• Supercharged Green Lantern Movie Figures
• Marvel Universe Apocalypse Preview
• Marvel Universe Giant Size X Men Video Review
• NECA 7 Inch Robocop Incoming
• Captain America Movie Minimates Single Packs
• DX YF-29 Prototype

Thundercats

• CBR Interviews Ethan Spaulding On Thundercats 2011
• Thundercats 2012 Wall Calendar Listing Updated
• Icon Heroes Reveals Mumm-Ra Staction Figure
• Will Smith Wants To Make A Thundercats Film?
• Thundercats 2011 Tower Of Omens, Vehicles and Role Play Images
• Thundercats Costumes Revealed

Hisstank<ul>Steel Brigade 5 Pack
GI Joe POC Wave 6 Hits BBTS - West Coast Retail
Custom Cobra Castle McCullen Dio